1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 216 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1976 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Belmont | Neon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |